October weather forecast
Phippsburg, ME

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Weather in October

October in Phippsburg witnesses a marked shift towards autumnal weather. The city records its first trace of sleet since May with an average of 0.04" (1mm). The weather pattern involves shorter daylight hours, more clouds, and a noticeable drop in temperatures. As the city readies for winter, the leaves transform into an array of fiery hues. With the sea's cooling influence diminishing, the overall atmosphere takes on a clearer edge.

Temperature

Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in September to a still refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Phippsburg, during the nights of October, experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

In Phippsburg, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are October and December, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Phippsburg. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Phippsburg, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 18.82" (478mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Phippsburg, Maine, the average seawater temperature in October is 54.9°F (12.7°C).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 54.9°F (12.7°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Phippsburg is 6.2h.

UV index

In Phippsburg, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Phippsburg in October?

Phippsburg in October has an average high-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Phippsburg?

In October, the average relative humidity in Phippsburg, Maine, is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Phippsburg?

The wettest months are October and December, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Phippsburg in October?

In Phippsburg, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Phippsburg?

October is the first month it typically snows in Phippsburg, Maine. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in October in Phippsburg?

In Phippsburg, Maine, in October, the average water temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C). Swimming in 54.9°F (12.7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Phippsburg have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Phippsburg?

On the first day of October in Phippsburg, Maine, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Phippsburg?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Phippsburg is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Phippsburg?

In Phippsburg, Maine, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average temperature in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average pressure in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and November (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average wind speed in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average humidity in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average rainfall in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average rainfall days in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average snowfall in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average snowfall days in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average sea temperature in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average sea temperature in October: 54.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (37.9°F).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average sunshine days in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average UV index in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average cloud cover in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Phippsburg, ME

Average visibility in October - Phippsburg, ME
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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